Glamorous nightclub attire in 1976 was defined by the peak of disco fever, characterized by a "dress to impress" mentality, synthetic fabrics that shimmered under lights, and a blend of high-fashion and hedonistic chic. In New York City, this meant the avant-garde, celebrity-filled scene of pre-Studio 54 and early Studio 54 (opening early 1977), while Palm Springs offered a more relaxed, yet opulent "desert glamour" resort style.